The 3 branches
Who is in charge of the legislature Branch?
The Vice President
This philosopher believed people are born with natural rights such as life, liberty, and property.
John Locke
This document states that all people are born with “unalienable rights” such as life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
Declaration of Independence
This amendment protects citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures.
4th
This 1803 case gave the Supreme Court the power to declare laws unconstitutional.
Marbury v. Madison
If the Vice President is not available or something happen to him who replaces him?
The pro tempro
He created the idea of separating government power into three branches.
Montesquieu
This section of the Declaration lists complaints against King George III
The grievances
his amendment guarantees the right to a fair and speedy trial.
6th
his case ruled that states must provide a lawyer to defendants who cannot afford one.
Gideon v Weinwright
Who branch can declare war>
The Legislature Branch ( Congress)
This Enlightenment thinker fought for freedom of speech and religion.
Voltaire
This part of the Constitution begins with “We the People” and lists the goals of government.
The Preamble
No quartering of soldiers in homes
3rd
This case protected students’ right to free speech in school as long as it is not disruptive.
Tinker v Des Moines
What does Judicial Review allow the Judicial Branch to do?
Review over laws and cases to make sure they are following the Consitution.
These rights are given at birth and cannot be taken away by the government
What are natural rights
This clause states that the Constitution is the highest law of the land.
Supremacy Clause
Right to a jury trial
7th
This case ended segregation in public schools.
Brown v Board of Education
Who appoints the Supreme Court Judges?
The President
This idea says people agree to be governed in exchange for protection of their rights.
Social Contract
This 1620 agreement created self‑government for the Pilgrims.
The Pilgrims
Protects the right to bear arms.
2nd
This case allowed segregation under “separate but equal
Plessy v. Ferguson